March Break Programs

OFF Ice Development Program

Players will be in groups of 6 and each group will get 50 minutes per station 

Skating Treadmill 
Treadmill sessions will include a detailed breakdown of your skating technique and posture. Each player will get time on the skating treadmill and the coach will provide instant feedback of stride mechanics & movement coordination. The treadmill provides a unique learning environment where player feedback is readily available through a combination of verbal instruction and visual information provided by the front-mirror. We understand the importance of being able to add speed with and without the puck and the skating treadmill is a great way to focus on building speed through stride technique and efficiency.

Shooting/Puck Handling
Shooting sessions will allow players to learn proper shooting techniques (wrist shot & snap shot) along with relevant information as to the subtle similarities and differences between the two shots. Players will also learn proper posture, pre-shot handling, and upper/lower body separation, all skills necessary to be an effective shooter. Working on these skills is a great way for players to gain more confidence and develop a stronger ‘feel’ for how to continue developing their shooting mechanics on and off the ice.

Workout/Games 
Workout sessions will be fast paced and performed in a group-like setting. Players will progress through a functional exercise routine that incorporates full-body coordination, functional movement skills, and sport-specific strength exercises. Alongside the workouts we will also have some team building exercises and games to have fun in a group setting while continuing to develop physical literacy

**Players MUST be in the age range of this program due to the use of the Skating Treadmill 

2016-2014 Birth Yr

2013-2010 Birth Yr

2 Day Full Day Camp

This 2 camp will offer 2 on-ice sessions per day and a variety of off-ice sessions including shooting/puck handling, speed/agility, and low-organized games each day. Day 1’s AM ice will be focused on skating and movement ability while the PM ice will be focused on shooting and puck skills. Day 2’s AM on ice will focus on situational awareness and gameplay. Examples may include playing inside contact, vision/scanning, odd-number situations (ie., 2v1, 3v2, 4v3), position before possession. PM Skaters will be challenged in small area games to use their creativity, knowledge, and skills.  In this environment coaches will be able to provide meaningful and timely feedback where needed as it relates to gameplay situations.

2017-2014 Birth Yr

2013-2010 Birth Yr

Skating and Puck Skills

This session will focus on proper use of the player’s edges to maximize speed and control through all different types of skating skills in game situations. Skills such as the forward stride, quick starts, lateral movements, bracket turns, etc. Time will also be spent focusing specifically on puck skills like shooting and puck handling technique in all different game situations. We understand the importance of being able to add speed with and without the puck and will also focus on adding a puck to these skating skills to help your player gain more confidence adding speed in game situations.

2018-2015 Birth Yr

2014-2010 Birth Yr